Need some help with buying my new setup - Page 5 - Snowboarding Forum

bpowder · 11-07-2012, 05:07 PM

thanks for that info

pretty hard decision, damn it

poutanen · 11-07-2012, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by bpowder

thanks for that info
pretty hard decision, damn it

No problem, on the plus side either way I think you've narrowed it down to a great intermediate setup. So think of it as a decision between two hot chicks...

Either way you're coming out ahead.

bpowder · 11-07-2012, 05:23 PM

yeah im glad that i asked first on forum, otherwise i wouldnt know how to choose setup right. tbh i thought its a bit easier

but if you say volkl gonna be good choice, i think ill take it. then i can spend cash on some gear or maybe better boots

but still that sherlock with channel system looks fuckin sweet as well xD

poutanen · 11-07-2012, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by bpowder

but if you say volkl gonna be good choice, i think ill take it. then i can spend cash on some gear or maybe better boots

but still that sherlock with channel system looks fuckin sweet as well xD

I think that's a great plan (using the extra to buy great boots)...

I do really like the EST system though, it's nice to have essentially infinite adjustment. 4x4 systems work fine as long as you can get the bindings centred well on the board. Volkls seem to have lots of inserts so you shouldn't have a problem getting close to ideal stance width.

bpowder · 11-07-2012, 05:39 PM

yeah.. budget for boots goes up to 250-300 euro

rulers instead of ambushes?

http://www.planet-sports.com/en/prod...duct_info.html

or any better suggestions maybe? i dont see any other better offers in this shop for 250-300 euro

hmm.. http://www.blue-tomato.com/en/Softbo...e=productguide ?

poutanen · 11-07-2012, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by bpowder

hmm.. Burton Imperial 12/13 available online at the Blue Tomato Shop ?

Those imperials are nice boots! I've had vibram soles on a few boots now and they are extra grippy when walking on ice/hardpack...

That said I agree with the other poster you've got to be able to try the boots on if at all possible. I went through three pairs of boots recently until I found the exact right fit for me. Turns out I've always been wearing boots a size too big.

I like Burton speedlaces, had them on my Serow's and have them on my current and former Driver X boots and I find them easy to use and adjust.

bpowder · 11-07-2012, 06:18 PM

yeah thats just not possible, i hope ill just get that right boots.. they dont have my sizes near my place. anywhere

im wearing 30.5 cm boots so i will just get 31 cm snowboots and even if they will be a bit too big, its always better than too small. just have no choice, must order them

they dont have my size of imperials :/ damn, what do you think about rulers then?

so seems like building my setup is done (for today at least)

volkl dice + cartels 2013 + ambush/ruler

i like those imperials as well, and they are 7 in flex rating so it would fit perfect with bindings, too bad they dont have my size..
but i think any of those 3 will be good, just if they fit..

BFBF · 11-07-2012, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bpowder

yeah i do, i have about 31 cm so i need nr 49, could take 48 but better to take a bit bigger than to small

im not so deep in snowboard brands, thats why i decided to buy mostly burton stuff cause i know its always trustfull, but as i read '2012/2013 setup pics' thread, there is not so many people using burton boards/boots, why ? is there so many better brands or its about graphic or ? i thought that burton and libtech are leading in snowboard business, but seems like i have just typical nerdy knowledge about this

if you guys have any ideas about taking some other brand board for 300-400 euro, that could be better - go ahead

thats a lot of money for me which i will spend for equipment so i really need your help lads!

Here's the deal:
Years ago their were shit companies and shit product/decks. For the most part those companies have come and gone.

Pretty much all the major brands are solid these days.

This forum is pretty much going to answer every other board question - Proto, SL, evo, or heritage.

There ARE other brands.

If you want a Burton, get a burton.

Go ride your board and have a good time.

As an FYI, "supra" I believe has a sherlock.. PM him.

bpowder · 11-08-2012, 02:51 AM

i think i have enough opinions about sherlock atm, checked on the google and here on forum as well

its more like i need some opinions on volkl dice now, cause i really like this board. what they write in description here is all me

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Originally Posted by poutanen

Yeah... The Volkl Dice. Völkl International | Snowboards | *Dice

both boards will be good, but seems like dice was designed for people doing exactly what i do, riding powder and having fun with some jumps in the forest, but sometimes trying park as well + they are specially designed for tall ppl like me
and price is good so i can spend cash for better boots

any experience with rulers guys?

bpowder · 11-22-2012, 02:51 PM

poutanen dude i need your help once more..

hope you can hear me

just found some board which could be good also, GNU Carbon Credit BTX 62W

Gnu Carbon Credit BTX orange 162 Wide 12/13 available online at the Blue Tomato Shop

any knowledge about this hottie? would you recommend it over volkl dice?

btw if anyone have some really good suggestion i can spend up to 500 euro for a board

11-07-2012, 05:39 PM	#45 (permalink)
bpowder Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 57	yeah.. budget for boots goes up to 250-300 euro rulers instead of ambushes? http://www.planet-sports.com/en/prod...duct_info.html or any better suggestions maybe? i dont see any other better offers in this shop for 250-300 euro hmm.. http://www.blue-tomato.com/en/Softbo...e=productguide ? Last edited by bpowder; 11-07-2012 at 05:47 PM.

11-07-2012, 06:18 PM	#47 (permalink)
bpowder Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 57	yeah thats just not possible, i hope ill just get that right boots.. they dont have my sizes near my place. anywhere im wearing 30.5 cm boots so i will just get 31 cm snowboots and even if they will be a bit too big, its always better than too small. just have no choice, must order them they dont have my size of imperials :/ damn, what do you think about rulers then? so seems like building my setup is done (for today at least) volkl dice + cartels 2013 + ambush/ruler i like those imperials as well, and they are 7 in flex rating so it would fit perfect with bindings, too bad they dont have my size.. but i think any of those 3 will be good, just if they fit.. Last edited by bpowder; 11-07-2012 at 06:45 PM.

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11-07-2012, 05:07 PM	#41 (permalink)
bpowder Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 57	thanks for that info pretty hard decision, damn it

11-07-2012, 05:23 PM	#43 (permalink)
bpowder Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 57	yeah im glad that i asked first on forum, otherwise i wouldnt know how to choose setup right. tbh i thought its a bit easier but if you say volkl gonna be good choice, i think ill take it. then i can spend cash on some gear or maybe better boots but still that sherlock with channel system looks fuckin sweet as well xD

11-22-2012, 02:51 PM	#50 (permalink)
bpowder Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 57	poutanen dude i need your help once more.. hope you can hear me just found some board which could be good also, GNU Carbon Credit BTX 62W Gnu Carbon Credit BTX orange 162 Wide 12/13 available online at the Blue Tomato Shop any knowledge about this hottie? would you recommend it over volkl dice? btw if anyone have some really good suggestion i can spend up to 500 euro for a board